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Ecuador surprises Germany; six teams reach knockout stages

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Ecuador surprises Germany; six teams reach knockout stages

Summary

Ecuador secured a spot in the knockout phase of the FIFA World Cup by defeating Germany 2-1 in New Jersey. After Leroy Sane's early goal for Germany was mistakenly allowed due to a high boot, Ecuador quickly equalized with Nilson Angulo's finish. Gonzalo Plata secured the win for Ecuador with a late goal, marking their first knockout round appearance since 2006. Meanwhile, Ivory Coast advanced for the first time in their history with a victory over Curaçao, while Japan and Sweden qualified by drawing their match. Netherlands topped their group with a win over Tunisia.

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By the Numbers

•Ecuador beat Germany 2-1 to reach knockout stage.
•Ivory Coast secured their first knockout stage appearance ever.
•Japan and Sweden qualify by drawing their match.
•Netherlands finishes top of their group.
•Six teams have advanced to the next round of the tournament.

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10:20 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup Day 15: Ecuador shock Germany as six teams go through

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